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title: Ireland visa for citizens of Ethiopia
description: Citizens of Ethiopia need a visa for Ireland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Ireland visa for citizens of Ethiopia

Citizens of Ethiopia need a visa for Ireland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Single Entry Visit Visa (up to 90 days)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 6 months

## How to apply

1. **Prepare all required documents** — Gather passport, photos, bank statements, travel insurance, cover letter, and supporting documents.
2. **Complete visa application form online** — Fill and print the Irish visa application form (AVATS) available on the Irish Department of Justice website.
3. **Schedule an appointment** — Book an appointment at the Irish embassy or VFS Global centre for biometrics and document submission.
4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the applicable visa fee (non-refundable) as instructed by the embassy.
5. **Attend the appointment** — Submit original documents, provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo), and answer interview questions if required.
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing time is typically 15–30 working days (varies by embassy workload).
7. **Collect passport or receive decision by courier** — If approved, visa is affixed in passport; collect or arrange delivery.
8. **Travel to Ireland** — Ensure you carry all supporting documents when traveling, as immigration may request them.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (at least 6 months validity, with blank pages)** (Travel): original and copy
- **Completed visa application form** (Supporting): signed and dated
- **Two recent passport-size photographs (35x45mm)** (Supporting): white background, not older than 6 months
- **Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, pay slips)** (Financial): last 6 months, original stamped
- **Travel itinerary (flight reservations, hotel bookings)** (Travel): confirmed roundtrip flights and accommodation
- **Proof of accommodation in Ireland** (Travel): hotel confirmation or invitation letter
- **Evidence of ties to home country (employment, property, family)** (Employment): e.g., employment letter, business registration, property deeds
- **Travel health insurance covering €30,000** (Supporting): for the entire stay in the Schengen area (Ireland is not Schengen but similar requirement)
- **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit** (Supporting): detailing itinerary and purpose
- **Visa fee payment receipt** (Financial): payment of visa application fee as per embassy instructions

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** €3,000 or equivalent
- Bank statements for last 6 months
- Pay slips
- Letter from sponsor if applicable

Bank statements must be original, stamped and show consistent income.

## Good to know

- Apply at least 8 weeks before travel due to processing delays.
- Ensure passport has at least 2 blank pages.
- Biometrics are mandatory for all visa applicants aged 6 and above.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient proof of financial means** — Provide clear, recent bank statements and proof of income/sponsor.
- **Lack of strong ties to home country** — Submit evidence of employment, property, or family commitments in Ethiopia.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Ethiopia need a visa for Ireland?

Citizens of Ethiopia need a visa for Ireland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Single Entry Visit Visa (up to 90 days).

### How long can citizens of Ethiopia stay in Ireland?

Up to 90 days.

### What documents do citizens of Ethiopia need for Ireland?

Valid passport (at least 6 months validity, with blank pages); Completed visa application form; Two recent passport-size photographs (35x45mm); Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, pay slips); Travel itinerary (flight reservations, hotel bookings); Proof of accommodation in Ireland; and 4 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Ireland?

At least 6 months.

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